Off white kitchen with glazed cabinets to create an antique vintage kitchen highlighting the oil rubbed bronze hardware
Example of a mid-sized transitional l-shaped medium tone wood floor and brown floor open concept kitchen design in Boston with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, beige cabinets, granite countertops, beige backsplash, subway tile backsplash, stainless steel appliances, an island and black countertops

Style of the chairs and carved details affect overall comfort of the room. The top of the line Italian chairs are the equivalent of tailored couture clothes. Hand-painted English style chairs with carved oval back-splat, antiqued black and green finish on the front and the back. Chairs have a gold leaf accents and ivory upholstery. These carved wood chairs are hand-crafted in Italy

Hammered metal coffee table, enamel floor lamp and 75 linear feet of custom curtains in high-rise bachelor pad. Bicoastal Interior Design & Architecture Your home. Your style.

Phase 3 of this project was the back patio. The beacon hill pavers, limestone slabs, and natural stone in the water feature combine to give the patio a cohesive and natural feel.

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Globe Electric’s Grayson Collection brings elements of contemporary design straight into your home. The 6-Light Adjustable S-Shape Track Lighting with a matte finish is ideal for use in kitchens, bathrooms, bedrooms, living rooms, hallways, dining rooms – anywhere you want the ability to direct light exactly where needed without multiple light fixtures. Each of the six track heads are independently adjustable so you can direct and focus your light where you need it the most. The s-shape design brings a new look to a classic design. Includes all mounting hardware for quick and easy installation and six 50W equivalent MR16 halogen light bulbs.

Image by 'Ancient Surfaces' Product name: Antique Stone and Marble Bathroom Elements. Contacts: (212) 461-0245 Email: Sales@ancientsurfaces.com Website: www.AncientSurfaces.com Those antique stone elements used in creating the crème de la crème of award winning bathrooms could be used today in rendering your humble bathroom into a magical indoor dreamscape equivalent to having your own exotic travel destination just a few step away from bed. Allow yourself a full body and mind therapy that will let you unwind and escape from life's constraints and worries for an ephemeral period that will feel like an eternity... From our antique marble and stone sinks, specialty reclaimed shower stones, floors and counter vanities, all our stone creations are guaranteed to give your bathroom a unique composition and arcane feel. Our stone elements are considered by many high profile designers and architects a badge of honor that helps them achieve an overall creative design vision for your house.

SolidTech R luxury vinyl flooring is sustainably designed to reduce plastic pollution. PVC- free and made with one quarter 100% recycled, single-use plastic and three-quarters 100% natural stone, every square foot contains up to the equivalent of 10 recycled PET bottles. This ongoing commitment continues Mohawk’s progress of nearly 60 billion plastic bottles recycled over the last decade. SolidTech R requires no acclimation time, so it’s ready to install the same day it’s delivered. Featuring our WetProtect Gold Floodproof Warranty, SolidTech R is three times more scratch resistant than traditional LVT.* And its RealPlank technology minimizes pattern repeats, while its HDX color clarity delivers a truly natural, matte finish.

Levolor Natural Woven Shades turn reeds, bamboo and sisal into dramatic window accents. They blend natural materials and textures with varied options for light control to create the equivalent of a window fashion-statement.

Emerge Pendant By Tech Lighting Conical shaped glass shade, richly layered in brilliant color, suspended from a round canopy. Black, satin nickel, and white canopy options include satin nickel detail and clear cable; antique bronze includes antique bronze detail and brown cable. Includes 120 volt, 75 watt or equivalent A19 medium base lamp or 18 watt GX24Q-2 base triple tube compact fluorescent lamp (electronic ballast included). Fixture is provided with six feet of field-cuttable cable. Incandescent version dimmable with standard incandescent dimmer.

1x6 T&G(Tongue & Groove) (V4E) (Beveled V on 4 Edges) CEDAR-WRC (Western Red Cedar) SIDING, AYE&BTR (BL Grade Equivalent CLEAR), KD (Kiln Dried), StainEXT (Stained Exterior), Stained Cabot's Semi Solid "Oak Brown" Rough Face RESAWN, Rough Use.

1x4 CUSTOM SIZE (Custom Milled Shadow Gap 1/4 inch Reveal) CEDAR-IRC SIDING, D&BTR (BL Grade Equivalent NEAR CLEAR), KD, Stained S1S, Smooth Use. Cabot's 3000 Transparent Oil Based Stain

Nestled in the hills of Orinda, California, this 1951 residence is one of only seven extant homes, now known as “The Magnificent Seven”, designed by architect Olof Dahlstrand, a protégé of Frank Lloyd Wright. With its low-slung rooflines, natural materials, and deep integration with the sloping landscape, the home is a pristine example of mid-century modern design inspired by Wright’s organic principles. Over the years, prior homeowners have emphasized preservation, ensuring that the house remained relatively untouched. Each owner has respected the original architecture and stayed true to Dahlstrand’s intent. When a family of five—two college-aged sons and a middle school-aged daughter—acquired the property, they were captivated by its history, legacy of care, and architectural significance. While they appreciated Dahlstrand’s original vision, they also recognized the need to adapt the home for contemporary living while preserving its design integrity. The remodel was conceived as a thoughtful response to the past—an effort to bring the house into the 21st century without compromising its soul. The primary mandate was to maintain architectural continuity while improving the functionality, comfort, and livability for a modern family. The design team—architects and contractor alike—worked with a shared reverence for the original architecture, allowing that mindset to guide even the most technical or pragmatic decisions. A key objective was to increase natural light in the kitchen—a departure from Wrightian principles of enclosed, intimate cooking spaces—while maintaining the home’s architectural language. The kitchen was reconfigured to foster a stronger connection to adjacent living spaces while retaining the underlying concept of spatial separation. One of the most transformative architectural changes was the removal of a ridge beam that was originally planned to remain visible through the kitchen. During construction, the team collaborated on a better solution: a wide-flanged steel beam concealed within the roof envelope. This subtle move preserved the clean lines and ceiling continuity, a modern update carried out with utmost respect for the existing framework. The home’s original powder room, previously accessible only through the kitchen, was relocated for better flow and privacy. A new powder room was carved out of former kitchen cabinetry—a narrow, interior space that could have felt dark and enclosed. To avoid this, the design extended the line of original transom windows into the new powder room and added a skylight above the vanity. The result is a bright and airy space that feels consistent with the rest of the home. Other updates included the installation of new solid-core interior doors with veneers carefully matched to the original mahogany, enhancing the continuity of the interiors. Even smaller decisions, such as placing the door knobs at 42 inches high, mirrored the original proportions. Every choice reflected a shared belief between the architect, contractor, and client: that new work should serve the integrity of the old. The home’s extensive interior redwood millwork and paneling was meticulously restored. Where new materials were introduced—such as the replacement redwood soffit paneling—the contractor took pains to find finish nails that matched the original, rather than using modern equivalents. This level of craftsmanship and collaboration defined the project. It extended even to the detailing of a blind door to the new powder room, which had to disappear into the existing redwood board-and-batten wall. It was a team effort: the owner found a suitable handle, the architects devised the custom in-swing mechanism, and the contractor executed it so the door aligned precisely with the battens. Throughout, the homeowners were deeply engaged in the design process. One, a meticulous design enthusiast, focused on aesthetic integrity and historic detail. The other brought a practical and function-driven perspective, ensuring that new fixtures and materials would be durable and require minimal maintenance. While the home’s location posed no major site challenges, sustainability was a key concern. The team upgraded the roof insulation, installed solar panels with battery storage, and added ductless mini-split cooling systems. Lighting was another area where modern technology was woven into a historic framework: new square LED fixtures echo the original custom perimeter soffit lights, maintaining the design language while offering advanced performance. A planned expansion of a bedroom into suite with a bathroom had to be shelved due to budget constraints and the high cost of below-grade foundation work. Still, the team focused their efforts on making the most of the existing footprint, resolving constraints through design ingenuity rather than adding square footage. This renovation represents a collaborative achievement in preserving and evolving a historically significant home. Every decision was shaped by a shared ethos among clients, architects, and contractor: to maintain the home’s architectural soul while updating it for contemporary life. The result is a timeless modernist residence that continues Olof Dahlstrand’s legacy, remaining grounded in nature, craftsmanship, and human-scale design. Klopf Architecture Team: John Klopf, AIA, Klara Kevane, Fernanda Bernardes
Interior Architectural Design: Klopf Architecture
Structural Engineer: Daniel Bastiao
Contractor: Don Larwood, Larwood Construction Photography: Mariko Reed Year Completed: 2022

2x8 QTR LOG NO REVEAL (1/2 LAP, NO REVEAL) PINE-LODGE SIDING, #2 (BL Grade Equivalent MILL SELECT), KD (Kiln Dried), StainEXT (Stained Exterior), Stained 2 Coat Cabot's Translucent "Pine Cone" HEWN, Smooth Use.

Image by 'Ancient Surfaces' Product name: Antique Stone and Marble Bathroom Elements. Contacts: (212) 461-0245 Email: Sales@ancientsurfaces.com Website: www.AncientSurfaces.com Those antique stone elements used in creating the crème de la crème of award winning bathrooms could be used today in rendering your humble bathroom into a magical indoor dreamscape equivalent to having your own exotic travel destination just a few step away from bed. Allow yourself a full body and mind therapy that will let you unwind and escape from life's constraints and worries for an ephemeral period that will feel like an eternity... From our antique marble and stone sinks, specialty reclaimed shower stones, floors and counter vanities, all our stone creations are guaranteed to give your bathroom a unique composition and arcane feel. Our stone elements are considered by many high profile designers and architects a badge of honor that helps them achieve an overall creative design vision for your house.

1x6 CUSTOM SIZE (Pattern 117 2 Lap Profile) CEDAR-WRC SIDING, AYE&BTR FJ (BL Grade Equivalent CLEAR FJ), KD, PrimePaint, S1S, Smooth Use. Primed + 1 Match to “Spanish Red”.

1x6 CUSTOM SIZE (Pattern 117 2 Lap Profile) CEDAR-WRC SIDING, AYE&BTR FJ (BL Grade Equivalent CLEAR FJ), KD, PrimePaint, S1S, Smooth Use. Primed + 1 Match to “Spanish Red”.

This Shaker kitchen boosts modern taste complimenting the renovated parish it lives in.
Inspiration for a mid-sized shabby-chic style u-shaped light wood floor eat-in kitchen remodel with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, gray cabinets, quartz countertops, gray backsplash, ceramic backsplash, black appliances and a peninsula

Living room - mid-sized traditional formal and enclosed carpeted living room idea in Toronto with beige walls, a ribbon fireplace, a metal fireplace and a media wall